Camp Kaleidoscope
Camp Kaleidoscope is a day camp offered by Lafayette Consolidated Government's Parks, Arts, Recreation, and Culture (PARC) department, providing recreational...
▌ Editor's read The provided website is a press release from the Lafayette Consolidated Government (LCG) Parks, Arts, Recreation, and Culture (PARC) department, dated March 26, 2026, announcing summer camp opportunities for that year. Camp Kaleidoscope is listed as one of four camps, catering to children aged 5-12, with a weekly fee of $75. The press release states that registration opens on April 1, 2026, and provides contact information for the PARC office. There is no mention of ACA accreditation, state licensing, or specific staff-to-camper ratios. The LCG Facebook page (LafayetteConsolidatedGovernment) is linked from the main LCG website. Google reviews for 'Lafayette Consolidated Government PARC' show a 4.2-star rating from 100+ reviews, but these are for the department as a whole, not specifically Camp Kaleidoscope. Further details regarding the camp's curriculum, staff background checks, or daily schedule are not available on this press release.
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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized
Who thrives here Ages 5–12
Camp Kaleidoscope fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given specialty program.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Municipal parks department
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Specialty
- Ages: 5–12
- Hours: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
- Address: 1919 Eraste Landry Rd, Lafayette, LA 70506, USA
- Cost notes: USD
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Kaleidoscope
- What ages does Camp Kaleidoscope accept?
- Camp Kaleidoscope is open to children ages 5–12. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
- How much does Camp Kaleidoscope cost?
- Camp Kaleidoscope publishes $75/week for the standard session. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Kaleidoscope's hours?
- Camp Kaleidoscope runs 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Camp Kaleidoscope?
- Camp Kaleidoscope is operated by the local parks department. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Camp Kaleidoscope provide lunch?
- Camp Kaleidoscope does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Camp Kaleidoscope with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- Financial aid and scholarship camps · Compare aid policies, discounts, and application timing.
- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
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